Welcome to effortless living in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Perfectly positioned as a private ground-floor corner residence, this beautifully refreshed home offers the rare combination of move-in-ready convenience, modern updates, and the resort-style lifestyle Orange County is known
for. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features brand-new flooring, fresh designer paint, new window blinds, and a new water heater—creating a clean, contemporary space that’s ready to enjoy from day one. The desirable corner location welcomes an abundance of natural light while offering added privacy and an inviting outdoor patio perfect for morning coffee, evening wine, or dining al fresco. Designed for easy living, the open-concept floor plan offers a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. To make your move even easier, the home includes the refrigerator,
washer, and dryer, allowing you to settle in from day one.
Ownership includes access to the exceptional SAMLARC amenities, featuring the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple resort-style pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and a year-round calendar of community events. Ideally located just
minutes from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Tijeras Creek Golf Club, award-winning schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home places the very best of South Orange County right outside your door.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, downsizing, or searching for a low-maintenance Orange County retreat, this turnkey residence offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most desirable master-planned communities.
Beautifully updated, ideally located, and completely move-in ready—this is the one you’ve been waiting for.
for. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features brand-new flooring, fresh designer paint, new window blinds, and a new water heater—creating a clean, contemporary space that’s ready to enjoy from day one. The desirable corner location welcomes an abundance of natural light while offering added privacy and an inviting outdoor patio perfect for morning coffee, evening wine, or dining al fresco. Designed for easy living, the open-concept floor plan offers a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. To make your move even easier, the home includes the refrigerator,
washer, and dryer, allowing you to settle in from day one.
Ownership includes access to the exceptional SAMLARC amenities, featuring the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple resort-style pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and a year-round calendar of community events. Ideally located just
minutes from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Tijeras Creek Golf Club, award-winning schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home places the very best of South Orange County right outside your door.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, downsizing, or searching for a low-maintenance Orange County retreat, this turnkey residence offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most desirable master-planned communities.
Beautifully updated, ideally located, and completely move-in ready—this is the one you’ve been waiting for.
Property Details
Price:
$715,000
MLS #:
PW26072031
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Subdivision:
Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
Neighborhood:
r2ranchosantamargaritacentral
Listed Date:
Jun 24, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,117
Lot Size:
92,527 sqft / 2.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1990
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Schools
School District:
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Elementary School:
Call District
Middle School:
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Interior
Appliances
DW, MW, GO, GR
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
VINY
Heating
CF
Interior Features
BI, CF, RECL, QTZC
Laundry Features
STK, DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Accessibility Features
DSI, NIS
Common Walls
_1CW
Community Features
SDW, STM, SL, CRB, FHL, PARK, HIKI, BIKI, DGP
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Patio And Porch Features
CO, EN, PTO, PO, WA, POR, TER, TLE
Security Features
SD, COD
Spa Features
AS
View
NO
Financial
HOA Fee
$485
HOA Fee 2
$81
HOA Fee 2 Frequency
MO
HOA Fee Frequency
MO
Map
Community
- Address42 Via Contento Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- SubdivisionTijeras Creek Villas (TCV)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
Subdivisions in Rancho Santa Margarita
- Arroyo Vista AV
- Ballantree BALT
- Belflora BLF
- Bella Ventana BVT
- Belterraza BTR
- Brisa del Lago I BD
- Brisa del Lago II BDII
- Cabo Vista CVS
- Cabrillo Vista CAVI
- California Del Sol CDS
- Cantobrio I R1 CB1
- Castile CAST
- Cierra Del Lago CDL
- Corte Melina CM
- Cresta Vista CRV
- Estrella Vista ESV
- Fairway Estates DCFE
- Fairway Ridge DFR
- Fieldstone Classics FLCL
- Granada GRN
- Greystone Arbor GRAR
- Lakeridge DLR
- Las Flores R1 LF
- Las Flores R2 LF
- Laurels DLAU
- Los Abanicos LOSA
- Los Paseos LOPA
- Los Portillos LSP
- Lyon Promenade LYPM
- Mission Courts R1 MC
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- Montana Del Lago MDL
- Montecito MO
- Montilla MNT
- Oaks DOK
- Ranchwood R2 RW
- Sea Country SEAC
- Serabrisa SRB
- Sonoma Court SCT
- Sterling Heights DSH
- Summit Crest DSC
- Terracina TERC
- Tierra Montanosa TIEM
- Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
- Trabuco – Elms THE
- Trabuco – Homestead THH
- Traditions TRAD
- Valle Vista VLV
- Veranda VERA
- Vista Ladera R2 VL
- Warmington Homes DWH
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita as of Jul 05, 2026
53
Condo Listed
45
Avg DOM
678
Avg $ / SqFt
$667,251
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV) subdivision, 42 Via Contento Rancho Santa Margarita CA is a Condo for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688. It is listed for $715,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,117 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1990. The current price per square foot is $640. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Rancho Santa Margarita is $678. The average listing price for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita is $667,251.
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